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The Detroit Tigers have won five straight and seven of their last nine games. Few experts (if anyone) expected much of them this season, but they have a shot at a wild-card slot and I like the price we get on the Tigers to upset Milwaukee Tuesday night. 

The Brewers hand the ball to right-hander Josh Lindblom (1-2, 6.31 ERA) who has lost each of his last two starts, surrendering five runs over eight innings in the process. The Tigers counter with Michael Fulmer (0-0, 8.79 ERA) who is on a three innings limit and likely to be followed by left-hander Daniel Norris (2-1, 2.40 ERA). Fulmer has not had a great start to the season, but the Tigers have still managed to win three of his five starts. 

Additionally, I like the under as Under is 12-3 in Tigers last 15 road games with the total set at 9.0-10.5.

8* play on UNDER 9.5. 

MONDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL BOOKIE BLA$TER

The Washington Nationals are coming off a 9-5 loss at Boston while the Philadelphia Phillies took a 12-10 loss to Atlanta on Sunday. I think we'll see a high-scoring affair here in the opener of this four-game set. 

The Phillies hand the ball to rookie right-hander Spencer Howard (0-1, 6.17 ERA) for his fourth career start. Howard is coming off a solid outing against Toronto, but he had allowed four runs in each of his first two starts. Erick Fedde (1-2, 3.57 ERA) will take the ball for the Nats. He went five innings against the Phillies in his most recent start, through which he gave up seven hits and four runs. 

Over is 11-1 in Nationals last 12 games as a road underdog. Over is 10-1 in Nationals last 11 road games with the total set at 9.0-10.5.

8* play on OVER 10. 

AVS VS STARS NHL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY

The first three games of the series have seen eight, seven, and 10 goals respectively. The Avs have been scoring boatloads of goals since going into the bubble and the Stars have also played way looser than they did during the regular season. 

Over is 6-0 in Avalanche last 6 overall. Over is 4-0 in Stars last 4 overall.

10* play on OVER 5.5. 

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The Los Angeles Dodgers are 11-3 SU and 9-5 against the runline as road favorites in 2020. 

Tonight they hand the ball to Julio Urias (2-0, 2.74 ERA) who has had a solid start to the year, and the left-hander owns a 1.48 ERA in 14 games against the Giants who counter with Johnny Cueto (2-0, 4.35 ERA). Cueto gave up four runs on two hits and three walks in 5 2/3 innings at Dodger Stadium earlier this month. 

The Giants are riding a six-game winning streak, but the Dodgers are not much worse off having won four in a row and 11 of 12. The Dodgers will be looking to distance themselves from their division rivals, and I expect to see a fully focused LA side in San Francisco tonight. 

In addition to the Dodgers RL, I also like the over. 

Over is 5-1 in Dodgers last 6 games as a road favorite and 4-0 in Dodgers last 4 road games with the total set at 9.0-10.5. Over is 7-3-2 in Giants last 12 games with the total set at 9.0-10.5.

8* play on OVER 9. 

JAZZ VS NUGGETS NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY

The first four games of this series have seen the totals closing in the range of 214-216 points with all but one of those games going over the number. The bookmakers have made a fairly big adjustment for Game 5 Tuesday night, but I still think we'll see another shootout in this one. 

The Nuggets are in desperation mode heading into the contest 3-1 down in the series. They've struggled defensively and know they need to put up plenty of points to have a chance of winning. 

Denver has not had an answer on how to stop Utah guard Donovan Mitchell who has had two 50-point games in the series, but the good news is that the Nuggets own PG Jamal Murray came out in Sunday's 129-127 loss, finishing with 50 points. 

Over is 8-2 in Jazz last 10 overall. Over is 4-1 in Jazz last 5 games as a favorite. Over is 8-1 in Nuggets last 9 games as an underdog.

10* play on OVER 220.5. 

STARS VS AVS MONDAY NIGHT NHL NO BRAINER

The Dallas Stars claimed the opener of this Western Conference semifinal series with an upset 5-3 win. I expect to see another high-scoring affair here in Game 2. Dallas has scored a total of 12 goals through its last two games while Colorado has scored 17 goals through its last three. Each of the Avs last four games have seen at least six goals and odds are the winner of this contest will have to light up the lamp at least four times.

8* play on OVER 5.5. 

MONDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL PLAY OF THE DAY

The Cleveland Indians are averaging 4.03 runs per game and they are hitting .215 off right-handers. Minnesota right-hander Kenta Maeda (3-0, 2.27 ERA) fanned 12 through eight innings of one-run ball against Milwaukee last time out, and he limited Minnesota to one hit over six scoreless frames in a 3-0 win on August 1. 

Aaron Civale (3-2, 2.91 ERA) will toe the slab for the Tribe. Civale held Pittsburgh to one run on five hits in a complete game last time out. He owns a 2.65 ERA in three career starts against Minnesota.

Under is 18-9-1 in Minnesota games on the season and 19-7-1 in games involving Cleveland. 

8* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NHL) - CANUCKS VS KNIGHTS MAJOR WAGER TOP PLAY

The Vancouver Canucks have scored a combined 10 goals through the last two games to clinch their best-of-seven first round series against the Blues. I like the fifth-seeded Nucks' offense to keep them in the opener of this series with the No. 1 ranked Vegas Golden Knights. 

Both teams are offensively-minded and Vegas is shooting the puck more than any team in the NHL (34.5 shots per game). They'll also come in well-rested and we can note that the over is 6-0 in Golden Knights last 6 games playing on three or more days rest.

10* play on OVER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NBA) - RAPTORS VS NETS MAJOR WAGER TOP PLAY

The Raptors have played lockdown defense since allowing the Nets to shoot 47 percent from the field in a 134-110 Toronto win in Game 1 of this best-of-seven first-round playoff series. The last two games have seen 203 and 209 points respectively, and I expect another relatively low-scoring affair here in Game 4. 

The Raptors need only one more win to clinch the series, so why not come up with a massive effort today to maximize the rest until the next round?

The Nets entered the Orlando bubble banged up, and it's not surprising to see them running out of steam, especially against the Raptors high-intensity defense. 

Under is 9-3 in Raptors last 12 overall. Under is 9-2 in Raptors last 11 Conference Quarterfinals games. Under is 4-1 in Nets last 5 Conference Quarterfinals games.

10* play on UNDER 217.5. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (MLB) - TOP RATED MAJOR WAGER TOTAL

The Phillies Aaron Nola (2-1, 2.05 ERA) fanned eight through seven shutout innings of three-hit ball against the Mets last time out. He has allowed just a pair of runs through his last three starts and he has 37 Ks through 26 1/3 innings of work on the season. Nola owns a .82 ERA in 19 career starts against the Braves who counter with Max Fried (3-0, 1.24 ERA). The 26-year-old southpaw has allowed only four runs through 29 frames in 2020 and both of his last two starts have been of the scoreless variety. 

10* play on UNDER 8. 

ISLANDERS VS CAPITALS THURSDAY NIGHT TOTAL

The Washington Capitals came back from a two-goal deficit to defeat the NY Islanders 3-2 and stay alive in the series last time out. They're still at risk of elimination, and I think they'll try and impose their superior offense on the Isles early in this one which should make it a high-scoring game. 

Only one of the last seven head-to-head meetings has seen fewer than five goals, and the Islanders power play should be ready to click into gear after going 0-for-10 over the last 10 games. 

8* play on OVER 5. 

THURSDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY

The Cleveland Indians have been money for under backers all season as they're 17-6-1 to the under in 2020. Shane Bieber (4-0, 1.30 ERA) has been one of the best pitchers in baseball and he's knocking out hitters left and right with 40 Ks through 28 2/3 innings of work. He figures to have another good game here against a Pittsburgh team that ranks dead last in the MLB with only 3.91 runs/9 innings. Cleveland is only marginally better with its 4.00 runs/9 innings, and Pittsburgh righty Trevor Williams (1-3, 3.98 ERA) is a decent enough pitcher for me to comfortably back the under in this contest. 

10* play on UNDER. 

SUPER EARLY TIGERS VS WHITE SOX TOTAL

I think runs will come at a premium in this Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago White Sox matchup Thursday afternoon. 

White Sox righty Lucas Giolito (1-2, 4.88 ERA) has three solid and two poor starts on the season. He should have no trouble shutting down this Detroit team that ranks 28th in the majors with 10.31 strikeouts per game. 

The White Sox are averaging 9.78 strikeouts per game (24th) and they'll face Spencer Turnbull (2-1, 2.78 ERA) who has had a great start to the season. He has made two day starts through which he has allowed only two runs on eights hits with 12 Ks through 12 innings of work. Three of Turnbull's four starts overall this season have gone under the total and the under is 4-1 in White Sox last 5 games vs. a right-handed starter.

Under is 11-3 in Tigers last 14 games as a road underdog and 8-3 in their last 11 road games vs. a right-handed starter.

8* play on UNDER 8.5. 

SUPER EARLY BLUE JACKETS VS LIGHTNING BEST BET

The first four games of this series have seen an average of 4.25 goals per game with no more than five goals in any single game. I expect another low-scoring affair here as the Columbus Blue Jackets need to make something happen, entering this game 3-1 down in the series. That might be easier said than done though; while Columbus owns the fourth-best scoring defense in the NHL, its offense is one of the worst at only 2.6 goals scored per game. Tampa owns the No. 1 offense with an average of 3.5 gpg, but I don't see the Lightning taking many chances in this one. 

10* play on UNDER 5. 

MAJOR WAGER ALERT - TUESDAY MLB TOP PLAY OF THE DAY

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Seattle Mariners 11-9 on Monday. I think runs will come fast and easy for both teams again here in Game 2 of the series. 

Mariners' left-hander Marco Gonzales (2-2, 3.97 ERA) gave up four runs on seven hits in five innings at Texas last time out. I don't like his chances of slowing down a Dodgers team that has averaged 8.2 runs per game through a six-game winning streak. 

The Mariners have struggled to score runs this season but yesterday's outing was promising. Here they get a look at Tony Gonsolin (0-0, 0.00 ERA) who has yet to allow a run this season, but that's over a small sample of 8 2/3 frames. 

Over is 9-2-1 in Mariners last 12 road games vs. a right-handed starter. Over is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings.

10* play on OVER 9.5. 

NETS VS RAPTORS NBA TOTAL PLAY OF THE DAY

We have seen plenty of high-scoring games in the Orlando bubble, but the Toronto Raptors' games have consistently been an exception to the rule. 

The Raptors had played seven straight unders prior to a 125-121 win over Philadelphia in their last regular-season game, and I expect the final score of this contest to stay under the posted total. 

The Raptors own the No. 1 scoring defense in the NBA allowing only 106.5 ppg, and scoring won't come easy for a Brooklyn team without several of its key pieces. 

10* play on UNDER 222. 

MLB 3-PACK - TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY

The Cleveland Indians are 16-5 to the under on the season. I predict that Sunday's matchup with the Detroit Tigers will be another relatively low-scoring affair. 

Cleveland right-hander Adam Plutko (1-1, 2.45 ERA) is off to a hot start to the year and Michael Fulmer showed some promise last time out when he tossed three scoreless innings against the White Sox. Fulmer owns a 6.62 ERA in eight career starts against the Indians, but we shouldn't see all that much of his as he's on a pitch count while recovering from Tommy John surgery. Detroit's bullpen is top 10 in baseball with a 3.51 ERA, and Cleveland's is top five with a 2.88 ERA.

10* play on UNDER 9.5. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NHL) - TOP RATED MAJOR WAGER TOTAL

The first two games of this series have stayed under the posted total, and I see no reason why that shouldn't be the case again here in Game 3. Playing on back-to-back days could help slow down the tempo even further 

Under is 4-0 in Avalanche last 4 games playing on 0 days rest and 16-5 in their last 21 games as a favorite. Under is 5-0 in Coyotes last 5 games playing on 0 days rest.

10* play on UNDER 5.5. 

GAME OF THE MONTH (MLB) - TOP RATED MAJOR WAGER TOTAL

The Baltimore Orioles and the Philadelphia Phillies failed came one run short of pushing the score over the posted total yesterday, but I think they'll get the job done in Thursday's finale of this three-game set. 

Baltimore righty Tom Eshelman (0-0, 3.68 ERA) was not at his very best when he allowed two runs on five hits with two Ks in four innings against the Nats last time out. He has pitched only 7 1/3 through his two starts on the season, and when Eshelman is done he'll hand over the ball to a bullpen that ranks 19th in the league with a 4.41 ERA. 

Still, Baltimore's relievers have been sharper than the Phillies who wank dead last across the major leagues with a 10.19 ERA! Philadelphia starter Jake Arrieta (1-1, 2.45 ERA) has had a solid start to the year, but the Orioles have shown they can get to just about any pitcher this year. 

Last but not least, note Baltimore's .307 batting average and .386 on-base percentage in day games this season, both the best marks in baseball.  

10* play on OVER. 

ORIOLES @ PHILLIES WEDNESDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL

The Baltimore Orioles and the Philadelphia Phillies opened this series with a 19-run affair. I think we'll see another slugfest here in Game 2 Wednesday night. Baltimore left-hander Wade LeBlanc (1-0, 6.91 ERA) has been lit up in two of his first three starts. Last time out he gave up six runs on seven hits in an 8-7 Orioles loss to Miami. 

As for Phillies righty Zach Eflin (0-0, 0.00 ERA), he has made only one start, on August 7, in which he tossed four scoreless innings against the Yankees. Eflin figures to have less success here against a Baltimore team that has been swinging hot bats lately, and LeBlanc is sure to be busy as the Phillies rank 2nd in baseball for runs scored.

8* play on OVER. 

YOTES VS AVS WEDNESDAY NIGHT NHL TOTAL TOP PLAY

The Colorado Avalanche played two low-scoring games against Dallas and St. Louis before taking a 4-3 OT loss to Vegas in their last game in the round-robin tournament. While they are one of the highest-scoring teams in the league I think this will play out like the first two games. The Arizona Coyotes are certainly a defense-first kind of team, and both sides will be wary of giving up the first goal. 

The Coyotes own the 3rd best scoring defense in the NHL with only 2.6 goals allowed per game while Colorado ranks 6th with 2.7 gpg allowed.

10* play on UNDER. 

SUPER EARLY CANES VS BRUINS NHL TOTAL

This game was supposed to be played yesterday but was postponed due to Columbus Blue Jackets and Tampa Bay Lightning's five-overtime marathon here at Scotiabank Arena. The early start won't be beneficial for the offenses as it might take the players a period or so to wake up, and I expect to see a sleepy, low-scoring affair.

Under is 5-2 in Hurricanes last 7 overall and 4-0 in Bruins last 4 overall (6-0 in Bruins last 6 playoff games as a favorite).

The Bruins have won six straight meetings, and in addition to the under I also like Boston to win.

8* play on UNDER.

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Cleveland's Adam Plutko (1-0, 2.57) will make his second start (third appearance) of the season. In his previous start, he held the White Sox to two runs through six innings. Cubs' lefty Jon Lester (1-0, 0.82 ERA) has two solid starts under his belt with only one run conceded on four hits through 11 innings of work. Cleveland is 14-3 to the under on the season. Both teams had Monday off and the under is 13-3 in Cubs last 16 games following an off day.

8* play on UNDER. 

PADRES @ DODGERS MONDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL

The under is 7-2 in the last nine head-to-head meetings at Dodgers Stadium and I think this will be another low-scoring affair.

Padres' righty Garrett Richards (0-1, 4.60 ERA) owns a 2.55 ERA in seven career outings (five starts) against the Dodgers while Dodgers' righty right-hander Dustin May (1-0, 2.63 ERA) owns a 3.32 ERA in previous meetings with San Diego. 

The Dodgers are coming off a 6-2 win over San Francisco and the under is 9-3-2 in their last 14 after scoring five runs or more in their previous game. The under is 24-9-1 in Padres last 34 games as a road underdog.

8* play on UNDER. 

INDIANS VS WHITE SOX - NIGHT NIGHT BASEBALL BEST BET

The Cleveland Indians are 14-2 to the under on the season and I think runs will come a premium for both sides once again in this matchup with the Chicago White Sox. 

White Sox righty Lucas Giolito (1-1, 5.17 ERA) has recovered nicely since getting knocked around in his season debut. In his two most recent starts, Giolito has allowed only two runs on eight hits with 15 Ks through 12 innings of work. Cleveland counters with Shane Bieber (3-0, 0.83 ERA) who has been one of the hottest pitchers in baseball.  

10* play on UNDER. 

ASTROS @ ATHLETICS MLB BOOKIE BLA$TER

The Houston Astros are coming off four straight losses and have only scored three runs through the first two games of this series. Runs won't be easy to come by here in the finale of this three-game series either, facing Oakland left-hander Jesus Luzardo (0-0, 2.31 ERA) who tossed five scoreless innings of two-hit ball against Texas in his season debut. 

Cristian Javier (1-0, 1.42 ERA) will take the ball for Houston for his third start of the season. Through the previous two, he has allowed only a pair of runs on six hits with 10 Ks through 11 2/3 frames. 

Under is 5-0 in Astros last 5 games as an underdog. Under is 5-1 in Athletics last 6 games vs. a right-handed starter.

8* play on UNDER. 

SUPER EARLY SATURDAY AFTERNOON MLB TOTAL

The Cleveland Indians are 12-2 to the under on the season. They're scoring just 3.36 runs per game and shut out in Friday's 2-0 loss to the White Sox. 

Today they'll come up against Chicago right-hander Matt Foster who has pitched 3 2/3 scoreless innings as a reliever this season. He's not expected to go 

Zach Plesac (0-1, 1.80 ERA) will take the ball for the Tribe for his third start on the year. The 25-year-old right-hander has recorded 17 Ks and held opponents to three runs on seven hits and a walk through 15 innings of work. 

I don't see either team coming up with a ton of runs here and I expect this contest to stay well under the posted total. 

8* play on UNDER 9. 

THURSDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL - REDS @ INDIANS

The Cleveland Indians are 12-1 to the under on the season and the first three games of this four-game home-and-home series have produced a total of only 11 runs. The Tribe's Carlos Carrasco (1-1, 3.75 ERA) is a very capable pitcher, as is scheduled Cincinnati starter Luis Castillo (0-1, 4.50 ERA). Cleveland has the second-worst OBS against right-handed pitching and I expect this to be another low-scoring affair involving the Indians. 

8* play on UNDER 7.5. 

CAPITALS VS FLYERS TOTAL BOOKIE BA$HER

The Philadelphia Flyers and the Washington Capitals have plenty of offensive firepower at their disposal, but they're both also capable of locking it down defensively. 

Philadelphia opened its Eastern Conference round-robin action with a 4-1 win over Boston while Washington is coming off a 3-2 SO loss to Tampa Bay. 

The Caps had to do without top scorer John Carlson due to an undisclosed injury, and his situation remains uncertain for this game. 

Neither team managed to light it up last time out, and I think this will be a tight and relatively low-scoring affair. 

8* play on UNDER 6. 

CELTICS VS HEAT NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER

The Boston Celtics have already been involved in two shootouts in the NBA Bubble, first when they took a 119-112 loss to Milwaukee and then when defeating Portland 128-114 last time out. 

I expect to see them involved in another high-scoring contest as they take on the Miami Heat Tuesday night. The Celtics have a lot of scoring depth, and Miami is more than capable of heating up from behind the arc like it did in its 125-115 win over Denver the other night when it shot 45 percent from 3-point land. 

Over is 8-2 in Celtics last 10 games as a favorite. Over is 10-4 in Heat last 14 overall.

8* play on OVER 222.5. 

SUNS VS CLIPPERS TUESDAY AFTERNOON BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY

The Phoenix Suns are one of the few teams still undefeated in the NBA bubble following impressive wins over Washington and Dallas. They are still a long-shot to make the playoffs, but they've certainly not given up. 

The LA Clippers are looking to defend their No. 2 seed in the West with Nuggets, Rockets and Thunder, but I think the motivational advantage goes to Phoenix. 

All that being said, I have my eyes on the total in this one. Both teams rank inside the top-10 for pace of play and in the top half for offensive efficiency. Additionally, the Clippers have been red hot from behind the arc and Phoenix is also capable of lighting it up from deep. 

10* play on OVER 230. 

PELICANS VS CLIPPERS SATURDAY NIGHT NBA TOTAL

Every single game on Friday's NBA card went over the total as shooters look more relaxed and there is no crowd to hype up a strong defensive effort. 

Whether this is a trend that will continue throughout the regular season remains to be seen, but I expect this matchup between the Pelicans and the Clippers to go over the total. 

Additionally, with both teams in action for the first time recently, we might see some stiff legs which usually reflects in poor defensive efforts. 

Note that Over is 9-4 in the Pelicans last 13 games as an underdog and 4-1 in their last five head-to-head meetings with the Clippers. 

8* play on OVER. 

MLB 3-PACK

I like the LA Angels to win this one in dominant fashion. Seattle left-hander Marco Gonzales (0-1, 6.23 ERA) was knocked around for four runs (three earned) in 4 1/3 innings of work against Houston in his season debut. Mike Trout is 12-of-28 off Gonzales and the Angels are 6-1 in their last seven home games vs. a left-handed starter. 

Dylan Bundy (1-0, 1.35 ERA) takes the ball for the Halos, looking to build on a solid season debut when he held the A's to one run on three hits with seven Ks through 6 2/3 innings of a 4-1 win. Only five players on this Seattle roster has seen Bundy before, and he has held them to a combined .228 batting average over 34 at bats. 

Additionally, we have seen a total of 29 runs through the first two games and I think we'll see plenty of fireworks in this one as well. 

8* play on OVER 9. 

CLIPPERS @ LAKERS THURSDAY NIGHT NBA BEST BET

The NBA players have been training inside the Disney World bubble for a while now, but I still don't think they'll be completely up to speed. 

We should see poor shooting to start off with as the players shake off the rust, and playing without fans in the stadium to hype up the teams. 

Additionally, can note that each of the first three head-to-head matchups of the season went under the total (215p, 214p, 217p). I expect this to be another relatively low-scoring affair. 

Under is 24-9 in Clippers last 33 games as a road underdog. Under is 15-5-1 in Lakers last 21 vs. a team with a winning straight up record.

10* play on UNDER 216.5. 

MLB 3-PACK

The Boston Red Sox snapped a four-game losing streak with a 6-5 win over the New York Mets on Wednesday. I expect another high-scoring affair in Thursday's matchup. Red Sox left-hander Martín Pérez (0-1, 7.20 ERA) was tagged with five runs (four earned) and six hits in five innings of a 7-2 loss to Baltimore in his season debut. He'll be opposed by left-hander Steven Matz (0-0, 1.50 ERA) who was outstanding in his season debut, but the Red Sox should be able to get to a Mets' bullpen that has posted a 6.39 ERA. 

8* play on OVER 9. 

TUESDAY NIGHT MLB BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY

The Minnesota Twins have been swinging hot bats scoring a total of 27 runs scored through their first three games. 

Here they'll get to hit off Carlos Martinez who is returning to the rotation after a season in the bullpen. While Martinez is a solid pitcher, I don't see him slowing down this Twins team. 

As for the Cards, they've scored 15 runs in three games and here they'll get a look at Homer Bailey who made 31 starts last season, going 13-9 with a 4.57 ERA. They've had a good amount of success in previous matchups with Bailey who is 6-16 with a 5.80 ERA against St. Louis. 

St. Louis took a 5-1 loss to the Pirates on Sunday and over is 6-2 in its last 8 after scoring 2 runs or fewer in its previous game.

10* play on OVER 10. 

METS @ RED SOX MONDAY NIGHT TOTAL BANKROLL BUILDER

The New York Mets have scored only five runs through their first five games of the season, but I think they'll be involved in a high-scoring contest here when visiting Boston Monday night. 

The Red Sox have been swinging hot bats but have opened the season by splitting a four-game set with Baltimore. Boston scored a total of 24 runs through the series but gave up a fair amount of runs as well. Yesterday's starter Ryan Weber lasted only 3 2/3 innings, which could mean a depleted bullpen. 

As for tonight's pitching matchup, Mets' righty Michael Wacha (2019: 6-7, 4.76 ERA) is regressing and Boston left-hander Josh Osich will make his first career start. Osich is expected put in just a couple of innings, to be followed by right-hander Zack Godley who posted a 5.97 ERA in 2019.

8* play on OVER 11. 

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JUVENTUS @ UDINESE THURSDAY AFTERNOON SERIE A TOTAL

Juventus has scored two goals or more in eight straight games, but they've also struggled on the defensive end lately. They defeated Lazio 2-1 last time out but had allowed nine goals through a three-game winless run prior to that. A win here would all but secure the Serie A title, but Udinese certainly won't roll over as they fight to stay out of the relegation zone. 

The last three head-to-head meetings have seen a total of 12 goals, and I expect this to be another high-scoring affair. 

8* play on OVER. 

MAJOR WAGER ALERT - SERIE A TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY

The sizzling hot AC Milan have scored two goals or more in eight straight games and they put a 5-1 beating Bologna last time out. Here they'll face a red hot Sassuolo side that is undefeated in eight games while scoring two goals or more in all but one of those games. Without question the best offenses in Serie A, and I honestly don't think the bookmakers have made this total big enough as they should combine for four goals just about every time.   

10* play on OVER 3.25. 

NEW ENGLAND @ COLUMBUS TUESDAY MORNING MLS TOTAL - 9 AM KICK OFF

Toronto FC's first two games in the MLS Is Back tournament has seen a combined 11 goals, and I expect another high-scoring affair when they take on New England Revolution early Tuesday morning. 

While New England has seen only a total of three goals in its two games, note that they had 18 goal attempts in their 1-1 draw with DC United last time out.

All but one of the last five head-to-head meetings have seen at least three goals, and I think both teams will come out rather relaxed, looking to outscore the opponent rather than winning with better defense.  

8* play on OVER. 

MONDAY AFTERNOON EPL TOTAL - 1 PM ET KICK OFF

Sheffield United has an outside shot at making Europa League.

A win here is a must to keep that dream alive though, and winning by a couple of goals to improve their goal difference certainly wouldn't hurt.

As a result, I expect them to throw the kitchen sink at Everton, but as the visitors have absolutely nothing to lose, they won't be afraid to hit the home team on the counter.

I expect an open affair with more goals than the bookmakers seem to give these two teams credit for. 

8* play on OVER.

LATE AFTERNOON SERIE A TOTAL - INTER @ ROMA - 3:45 PM ET KICK OFF

I think there are plenty of reasons to believe that Sunday's main event from Serie A will be a high-scoring encounter. 

Each of Inter's last three games has seen four goals scored with themselves finding the net nine times. As for Roma, they have scored a total of seven goals through a three-game winning streak. 

Both sides are still jostling for table positions with Inter looking to retain their No. 2 spot while Roma is fighting for 5th which would mean Europa League soccer next season, so both teams will go for the win. 

8* play on OVER. 

SUPER EARLY SUNDAY MORNING KBO TOTAL

8* play on UNDER. 

SUPER EARLY SATURDAY MORNING KBO TOTAL THRASHER TOP PLAY

10* play on OVER. 

KBO TOTAL - DOOSAN @ KIA

8* play on OVER. 

LOTTE GIANTS @ SAMSUNG LIONS TOTAL

8* play on OVER. 

FRIDAY AFTERNOON EPL TOTAL TOP PLAY

West Ham and Watford are tied at 34 points just above the relegation zone. A draw here would put them five points ahead of Bournemouth (18) and Aston Villa (19) with only two games to go.  

I don't see either team coming out too adventurous here as a draw would suit both sides quite well. 

We can also note that Watford has scored only 11 goals in 17 EPL away games on the season.

10* play on UNDER 2.5. 

MAN UTD @ CRYSTAL PALACE PREMIER LEAGUE PUNISHER

Each of Manchester United's last six games have seen three goals or more, with them scoring the majority of the goals. Here they'll take on a Crystal Palace team that has surrendered 13 goals and scored four through a five game slide. Man U are trying to chase down Leicester for the last Champions League spot, so I have no doubt that they'll bring the big guns. As for Crystal Palace, while they have nothing to gain from a win teams in England usually try and show up when facing Man U, and with nothing to lose I think they'll let loose and invite to an open and high-scoring affair.  

8* play on OVER 2.75. 

MLS IS BACK BANKROLL BUILDER - NY CITY VS. ORLANDO CITY

I expect to see a rather dull and uneventful game when New York City takes on Orlando City in the MLS Is Back tournament Tuesday night. 

This will be the second game of the competition for both teams. New York took a 1-0 loss to Philadelphia in its tournament opener and each of its last five games have seen just one goal scored.

Orlando is coming off a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Inter Miami, but I think it'll struggle to break down this solid NY defense. 

8* play on UNDER. 

MLS IS BACK TUESDAY MORNING TOP PLAY - SEATTLE VS. CHICAGO

Both the Chicago Fire and Seattle Sounders opened the MLS Is Back tournament with low-scoring draws, but we should see more fireworks when the two teams clash for their second game of the competition.

While Chicago is coming off a 1-1 draw with New England, note that the teams had 15 goal attempts each, and Seattle's 0-0 draw with San Jose could also easily have ended very differently with a total of 28 goal attempts split between the two teams. I think the offenses will be a lot sharper in the second game following the long layoff. 

Additionally, note that four of the last five head-to-head matchups have seen four goals or more. 

10* play on OVER. 

FIGHT OF THE MONTH - UFC 251 MAIN EVENT - TOTAL ROUNDS

I think we'll see an evenly contested fight, likely to go the distance, when Kamaru Usman clashes with Jorge Masvidal in the UFC 251 Fight Island main event on Saturday. 

Usman is a perfect 11-0 in the UFC and the reigning Welterweight division champion. He is a well-rounded fighter who is riding a 15-fight win streak and won his last fight by TKO in the 5th round when he defended his title against Colby Covington back in December of 2019.

As for Jorge Masividal, he owns an MMA record of 35-13, 12-6 in the UFC. He has won three straight fights and defeated Nate Diaz by TKO in November of 2019 in his last fight. 

While Masvidal is coming in on short notice as a replacement for Gilbert Burns who tested positive for COVID-19, keep in mind that Usman will also need to adjust his gameplan. 

Additionally, this is a fight Masvidal has been looking forward to for a long time and he has reportedly never stopped preparing for a potential scrap opposite Usman.

"It’s short notice, because he didn’t have the contract signed, but let me tell you what: This guy was there my whole training camp," Dustin Poirier said on "THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas." "He was my main sparring partner. We probably put in five weeks of sparring together. He flew in wrestlers, the best wrestlers in the world."

I think the bookmakers have juiced up the moneyline on Usman too much because of the short notice change, but he is undoubtedly the better fighter. That being said, while Usman is likely to dictate the fight, he will most likely find it tough to break through Masvidal's excellent defense, and I like the over in this bout. 

10* play on OVER 4.5 (you'll find Over 3.5 at about -115 at some books which also is a good bet). 

SERIE A 3-PACK

Sassuolo has seen three goals or more in 24 of its 30 Serie A games on the season. Their five games since the restart have seen a total of 27 goals (5.4 goals per game average) and I expect to see goals come easy for both sides here against a Bologna side that also has been involved in relatively high-scoring affairs lately. The reverse fixture ended with a 3-1 Sassuolo win, and each of the last four head-to-head meetings has seen at least three goals. 

8* play on OVER 3. 

LEICESTER @ ARSENAL TOTAL

Arsenal has found its rhythm lately, outscoring opponents 10-1 through a four-game winning streak. The Gunners' chances of climbing the standings to a position that would earn them a ticket to one of the European competitions for next season are slim though, and without much pressure I think they'll 'invite to an open and high-scoring affair here as they host Leicester City. 

The visitors have a lot to play for as they seek to retain their third-place, and last time out they put a 3-0 beating on Crystal Palace. I don't think they'll settle for a draw so neither team should be shy to go on the attack. 

Leicester is 20-13 to the over on the season while Arsenal is 18-15 to the over. 

8* play on OVER. 

MAN CITY @ SOUTHAMPTON SUNDAY AFTERNOON BANKROLL BUILDER

Manchester City are coming off an impressive 5-0 rout of already crowned Premier League champions Liverpool. They have scored a total of 15 goals in five games since the restart and I expect to see plenty of goals when they visit Southampton on Sunday. 

The Saints are coming off an impressive win of their own after defeating Watford 3-1 on the road last time out. They are capable of putting up goals, but with 55 goals allowed 32 EPL games defense is clearly an issue. 

Neither team have to worry about their position in the table which should open up for a relaxed and high-scoring affair. 

8* play on OVER 3. 

MAJOR WAGER ALERT - SUNDAY AFTERNOON SERIE A TOTAL TOP PLAY

Brescia took a 6-0 beating by Inter last time out and they have allowed a total of nine goals in three games since the Serie A restart. They are 18-11 to the over (2.5 goals) on the season and as they are already all but doomed for relegation already, the motivation to play defense can't be high. Here they'll face a Verona side that has seen a combined total of 11 goals in their last two games and I expect a wide open high-scoring affair.  

10* play on OVER. 

PREMIER LEAGUE PUNISHER - WEST HAM @ NEWCASTLE TOTAL - 09:15 AM KO

Newcastle are coming off a 4-1 win over Bournemouth while West Ham defeated Chelsea 3-2 last time out. In the first meeting of the season West Ham left the pitch as a 3-2 winner, and I expect this to be another high-scoring affair. 

The home team Newcastle can play without pressure as they now sit 15 points above the relegation zone while visiting West Ham are in dire need of points to avoid relegation. The Hammers' 56 goals allowed over 32 games is one of the worst marks in the league, so they probably know they have to score two or three goals to win this one. 

8* play on OVER 2.5 goals.

SATURDAY SERIE A BOOKIE BLA$TER - LAZIO VS MILAN TOTAL

This contest features two teams with plenty to play for, and I expect to see a tight low-scoring affair. Lazio are trying to chase down Juventus at the top of the table. Their defense is excellent with only 28 goals allowed in 29 Serie A games. For this contest, their offense might struggle with strikers Ciro Immobile and Felipe Caicedo suspended. 

As for AC Milan, they enter Saturday two points behind Napoli for the last Europa League spot. With a 36-37 goal differential over 29 Serie A games, it is fair to say that Milan are a low-scoring side and I think they'll struggle to break down this solid Lazion defense. 

8* play on UNDER 2.5 goals. 

WEDNESDAY SOCCER 3-PACK

Udinese took a 3-2 home loss to Atalanta last time out. They're in desperate need of points hovering just three points above the relegation zone, and I think this will be wide-open affair against a Roma team looking to retain its Europa League spot. Last time out, Roma were shut out at Milan, but they have plenty of offensive talent and are too good to be shut out in back-to-back games. Roma are 18-10 to the over in all Serie A games on the season and 10-4 to the over at home.

8* play on OVER. 

WEDNESDAY SOCCER 3-PACK

Atalanta are coming into this contest riding a nine-game winning streak. They have scored three goals or more in six straight games and I fully expect a high-scoring affair here against a Napoli side that is hot as well, coming off a 3-1 win over Spal to make it nine straight games without a defeat. 

8* play on OVER. 

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON BOOKIE BA$HER - SERIE A TOTAL

Verona have seen a total of 11 goals scored in three games since the Serie A restart while Parma have seen a total of 10 goals in their last three games. The teams come into this contest tied for points near the middle of the table. I expect to see a high-scoring affair between two sides who shouldn't be scared to go on the attack as a loss would be of very little consequence. 

8* play on OVER. 

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Atletico Madrid are coming off four straight wins, but beating up on teams from the bottom half of the table is nothing like facing a desperate Barcelona team that is competing for the La Liga title. 

Barca played a disappointing 2-2 draw at Celta Vigo last time out to fall two points behind league-leading Real Madrid in the standings. Now the Catalans most likely have to win out to have a realistic shot at the title. 

Third-place Atletico might have some motivation to defend their third-place, but it should be nothing compared to Barcelona's motivation. 

That being said, Atletico Madrid are not easy to score on so I do not expect to see a ton of goals in this one. 1-0 or 2-0 to Barca. 

8* play on UNDER. 

OFF 5-0 SWEEP - THURSDAY AFTERNOON LA LIGA BOOKIE BLA$TER - ESPANYOL @ BETIS

Espanyol took a 3-1 loss to Levante last time out, but I expect a better defensive performance when they visit Betis on Thursday. 

Espanyol's last two away games have seen a total of just one goal and they have scored only 11 goals in 15 away games on the season. 

As for Betis, while they put up a solid defensive performance in a 1-0 loss at Bilbao last time out, they struggled to create chances at the offensive end of the pitch.  

Additionally, Betis are without doubt the better side, but they would most likely settle for a 0-0 draw and last place Espanyol lack offensive talent. 

8* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE MONTH (SOCCER) - TOP RATED SERIE A TOTAL - WEDNESDAY 3:45 PM

Atalanta is the highest scoring side in Serie A with an average of 4.2 goals per game. Their lone game since the restart saw five goals scored (4-1 win over Sassuolo), and here they'll face a Lazio side that is also more than capable of both scoring and conceding. While this will be Lazio's first Serie A game back since the restart, note that they defeated Ternana 7-2 in a Friendly on June 20. Serie A games involving Lazio have seen an average of 3.2 goals per game. 

The last head-to-head meeting finished 3-3, and I expect to see plenty of fireworks from both sides again in this one. 

10* play on OVER 3 goals. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (SOCCER) - TOP RATED BUNDESLIGA TOTAL

Hoffenheim were shut out in a 2-0 loss to RB Leipzig last time out. Before that outing, they had scored six goals in three games since the restart and I think they'll come to play and make Augsburg pay the price in this one. 

Augsburg are fighting to avoid getting involved in the relation battle while Hoffenheim are looking to climb into a Europa League spot. With both teams aiming for the three points, I expect to see a wide open affair with plenty of goals. 

Hoffenheim have seen average of three goals per game on the season while games involving Augsburg have seen 3.2 gpg on average. We can also note that Augsburg have found the net in all but two of their 15 league home fixtures to date. 

10* play on OVER. 

SHEFFIELD UNITED VS. ASTON VILLA PREMIER LEAGUE PUNISHER

Aston Villa have lost five straight contests, conceding two goals or more in each of those games. They're 20-8 to the over (2.5 goals) on the season and I think we'll see plenty of fireworks when they host Sheffield United in the Premier League restart on Wednesday. Sheffield United are unbeaten in four games (W3, D1), and while they're generally a low-scoring team I expect them to be able to take advantage of a leaky Villa defense. 

8* play on OVER 2.25 goals.

*half stake back if exactly two goals in the game. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (SOCCER) - TUESDAY AFTERNOON BUNDESLIGA TOTAL

Werder Bremen are in dire need of points as they enter Tuesday second-to-last in the Bundesliga standings. Their games have seen an average of 3.2 goals per game and they're 19-9 to the over (2.5 goals). 

Eintrach Frankfurt are 22-6 to the over on the season with an average of 3.5 goals per game and I think they'll go for the win, sitting just five points above the relegation zone. 

I think we'll see a wide open and high-scoring contest as neither team is likely to settle for the draw. 

10* play on OVER 2.5. 

EARLY SATURDAY MORNING BUNDESLIGA BOOKIE BLASTER

B. Monchengladbach are coming off a 3-1 win over Eintrach Frankfurt while Bayer Leverkusen defeated Werder Bremen 4-1 in their first game back. Monchengladbach are 18-8 to the over (2.5 goals) on the season with an average of 3.2 goals per game while Leverkusen are 16-10 to the over (2.5 goals) and 3.1 goals per game. The first meeting of the season ended with a 2-1 Monchengladbach win, but considering the circumstances and current form I expect see more goals in this one to give us the win. 

8* play on OVER. 

BUNDESLIGA BOOKIE BLASTER - UNION BERLIN VS. HERTHA BERLIN - FRIDAY ACTION

Hertha Berlin defeated Hoffenheim 3-0 last time out, but they did not impress defensively despite the clean sheet. As for Union Berlin, they took a 2-0 loss to Bayern Munich last time out in a game where they were not allowed to do much more than defending the whole game. I think Union will come to play here, but defensively they might suffer with on-loan defender Keven Schlotterbeck suspended. 

8* play on OVER. 

BUNDESLIGA BOOKIE BLASTER - MONDAY AFTERNOON ACTION

Both teams have been heavy to the over throughout the season, but I think playing behind closed doors will lead to a slow-paced low-scoring affair. We can also note that both sides are in desperate need of points, Werder Bremen to avoid relegation and Leverkusen to stay in the battle for a Champions League spot. Bremen have scored just eight goals in 11 home games on the season, so they know they'll most likely need a clean sheet to have any chance of winning this game. 

8* play on UNDER. 

WOLFSBURG @ AUGSBURG BUNDESLIGA BOOKIE BA$HER

Augsburg struggled defensively prior to the break, giving up 13 goals in their last five games. They've allowed 52 goals in 25 games on the season and they're 10-2 to the over in their 12 home games with an average of 3.8 goals per game. While Wolfsburg are one of the lower scoring sides in the league, I think the home team will set the pace and drive up the tempo in this one. 

8* play on OVER 2.5 goals. 

NBA 3-PACK - KNICKS @ HAWKS TOTAL

The Hawks are 20-12 ATS in all home games on the season and 5-2 SU and ATS as home favorites, including a 140-135 win over the Knicks on Feb 9. They've had a day off since defeating Charlotte in double overtime on Monday while the New York Knicks were in action last night when they took a 122-115 loss at Washington. The Knicks are 2-7 ATS when playing on back-to-back nights this season and 2-5-1 ATS in their last eight games as a road underdog. I don't think the visitors will stand much of a chance in this one. 

Additionally, I also like the over as:

Over is 6-2 in Knicks last 8 overall. Over is 18-8 in Hawks last 26 overall. Over is 15-7 in the last 22 meetings. Over is 8-3 in the last 11 meetings in Atlanta.

8* play on OVER. 

GAME OF THE MONTH (NBA) - TOP RATED TOTAL *MAJOR WAGER*

The Boston Celtics have allowed just 102 points per game over their last two contests, but they still lost both averaging 95 ppg. Bad time to run into an Indiana Pacers team that boasts a top 5 scoring defense while holding opponents to 105.4 ppg home at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. One of the few teams playing better D than the Pacers are the Celtics, limiting opponents to 106.8 ppg overall on the season. 

The Celtics are 21-13 to the under in games with a total of fewer than 118 points. 

10* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (XFL) - TOP RATED TOTAL *MAJOR WAGER*

The Tampa Bay Vipers are coming off a 25-0 shutout victory over the DC Defenders. They limited their opponent to 107 yards of offense in the triumph, and here they'll face a Los Angeles team that dropped a hard-fought contest 17-14 against the New York Guardians at Met Life Stadium last Saturday. 

The Vipers have scored the lowest amount of touchdowns (7) of all the eight teams in the league, but they've also only allowed nine, which is tied for second-best. 

Coming into Week 5, the under had hit 11 times in 16 games. I expect this to be another relatively low-scoring contest. 

10* play on UNDER. 

NBA 3-PACK - KINGS @ BLAZERS

The Sacramento Kings have split their last two games despite giving up 125 and 126 points respectively. Here they'll face a Portland team that took a 127-117 loss at Phoenix last time out and it is 3-1 to the over in its last four games. We saw a total of 243 points scored when these two teams clashed back in December, and I expect another run-and-gun type of game tonight. 

8* play on OVER. 

NBA 3-PACK - 76ERS @ WARRIORS

The Golden State Warriors took a 121-113 loss to Toronto last time out, but it's not all doom-and-gloom in the Warriors camp at the moment. Steph Curry was back in action for the first time since suffering a broken hand on Oct. 30, and he contributed a team-high 23 points in 27 minutes. Here they'll host a Philadelphia team that is without star players Joel Embiid (shoulder) and Ben Simmons (back), but it still managed to defeat Sacramento 125-108 last time out. Each of the Sixers last four games has gone over the total, and I think this will be another relatively high-scoring affair. 

8* play on OVER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NCAAB) - TOP RATED ACC TOTAL

The North Carolina Tar Heels have scored 85+ points in three straight games and they're 5-1 to the over in their last six. As for the Duke Blue Devils, they're coming off an 88-69 triumph over NC State and five of their last six games have gone over the total. Duke is 13-4 to the over in all home games on the season and 5-2 to the over when the total is 150 to 159.5 points. 

10* play on OVER. 

NBA 3-PACK - ROCKETS @ HORNETS

The Houston Rockets have allowed 120+ points in back-to-back games, both losses to NY Knicks and the LA Clippers. Over is 8-0 in their last 8 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400, and the 21-41 Charlotte Hornets fit that bill. Charlotte has dropped three in a row but, it put up a decent performance offensively with 49 percent shooting from the field in a 114-112 loss to Denver last time out. It did allow Denver to shoot 51 percent though, and I expect both teams to put up plenty of points in this one. 

8* play on OVER. 

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This looks like a good spot to back the Toronto Raptors who will be looking to build on the momentum of a 123-114 win at Phoenix. The triumph put an end to a three-game losing streak for the Raptors, and they need to go on a run to keep the other contenders at bay at the top of the division. 

As for the Golden State Warriors, while they've won two of their last three, the team they put on the floor those days lacks talent. Big letdown spot for the Warriors in this one following a 16-point win over Denver, and we can note that Golden State is just 4-8 ATS off an upset win as an underdog and 11-19 ATS in all home games this season. 

Additionally, note that over is 10-4 in the last 14 meetings.

8* play on OVER. 

NBA 3-PACK

The energy levels in the Brooklyn Nets camp can't be all the high following a 129-120 OT win at Boston last night. I think the Memphis Grizzlies will make sure to drive up the tempo, forcing the Nets to run up and down the floor with them.

Both teams rank in the top 10 for tempo (possessions per game) so playing slow is not the preference of either team anyhow. 

Over is 6-1 in Grizzlies last 7 vs. a team with a losing straight up record and 4-1 in Nets last 5 vs. a team with a losing straight up record.

8* play on OVER. 

NBA 3-PACK

Both the Utah Jazz and the New York Knicks are playing at a tempo that ranks in the bottom third of the league. Additionally, while the Knicks are coming off back-to-back 125 point games, note that they're 28th on the season at just 105.4 ppg on average. Utah has been involved in several high-scoring affairs of late, most recently a 126-113 triumph at Cleveland, but I think this contest will stay under the posted total. 

8* play on UNDER. 

NBA 3-PACK

The Milwaukee Bucks have been held to fewer than 94 points in back-to-back games, but I think they'll break out of the scoring funk in this matchup with Indiana. The over is 6-2 in Pacers last 8 games as an underdog and 15-6 in their last 21 games playing on 1 days rest, which they will be at here following a 116-11 triumph at San Antonio Monday night. 

8* play on OVER. 

LATE NIGHT WIZARDS @ KINGS TOTAL

The Washington Wizards are 14-2 to the over in road games where the total is greater than or equal to 230 points this season. This is the final stop of a three-game road trip, with the first two games both going over the total (129-119 loss at Utah, 124-110 win at Golden State). The Sacramento Kings are coming off a low-scoring 106-100 win over Detroit, but note that over still is 7-3 in Kings last 10 home games. 

8* play on OVER.

WARRIORS @ NUGGETS TOTAL

The depleted Golden State Warriors have struggled with their points production all season, and that has certainly also been the case during their current 1-9 stretch. They're 7-3 to the under in those games and here they'll run into an elite Denver team that sure knows how to play defense and will be looking for a more complete performance after giving up 118 to Toronto last time out. While the Nuggets have been involved in mostly high-scoring games lately, I expect this one to stay under the posted total. 

8* play on UNDER. 

TOP RATED NBA TOTAL PLAY OF THE DAY *MAJOR WAGER*

The Utah Jazz have struggled on the defensive end lately and they were forced to put up a ton of points in order to snap a four-game skid with a 129-119 win over Washington last time out. 

Facing the Cleveland Cavaliers could be just what the doctor ordered to get back on track, considering the Cavs average just 106.5 ppg (26th) and have been held to 104 points in back-to-back losses. 

Both teams rank in the bottom-third for pace (the number of possessions a team uses per game) and while this will be the first meeting of the season, note that the under is 6-0-1 in the last 7 meetings.

10* play on UNDER. 

PISTONS @ KINGS NBA TOTAL *TOP PLAY*

The Detroit Pistons have struggled to put points on the board lately and they had averaged just 98.4 ppg through a seven-game slide prior to a 113-11 win at Phoenix last time out. As for the Sacramento Kings, they defeated Memphis 104-101 last time out and they've held three of their last five opponents to 103 points or fewer. 

Under is 8-3 in Kings last 11 vs. a team with a losing straight up record. Under is 9-4 in the last 13 meetings. Under is 13-3-1 in the last 17 meetings in Sacramento.

10* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE MONTH (NBA): TOP RATED NUGGETS @ CLIPPERS TOTAL

The Denver Nuggets and the LA Clippers are involved in a battle for the second seed in the Western Conference and I expect a playoff-like and low-scoring affair when they clash at Staples Center Friday night. Additionally, both teams are more than capable of playing lockdown defense. The Clippers have allowed an average of just 94.5 ppg over their last two games while Denver held Detroit to 98 points last time out. 

Under is 4-1 in Clippers last 5 games as a home favorite and 7-1 in Nuggets last 8 games as a road underdog.

10* play on UNDER. 

BLAZERS @ PACERS THURSDAY NIGHT NBA TOTAL

The Portland Trail Blazers are struggling without injured All-Star point guard Damian Lillard (groin). They've dropped four of their last five games, and here they'll face an elite defensive team in the Indiana Pacers that held Charlotte to 80 points last time out. Indiana is 4-1 to the under in its last five overall and 2-0 to the under after allowing 85 points or fewer on the season. 

8* play on UNDER. 

OKLAHOMA STATE @ KANSAS TOTAL (9 PM ET START)

The Kansas Jayhawks are allowing just 60.7 (8th) ppg on the season and they limited Baylor to 61 points in an upset win last time out. Here they'll face an Oklahoma State team that put up just 47 points its last time out on the road and averages just 62.9 ppg away from home on the season. 

Under is 16-8 in Kansas games as a favorite this season, 9-4 when the total is 130 to 139.5 points and 16-5 when playing against a team with a winning record.

8* play on UNDER. 

MONDAY NIGHT MAGIC @ NETS TOTAL *TOP PLAY*

The Orlando Magic are 29-24-1 to the under overall this season, no surprise considering their top-ranked scoring defense in combination with one of the worst scoring averages in the league. 

Additionally, they play at a very slow tempo (only 100.1 possessions/game) and I think they'll be allowed to dictate a slow pace for this contest. 

Note that the under is 22-7-2 in Magic's last 31 vs. a team with a losing straight up record and 11-5 in their last 16 games playing on two days rest. 

The Nets are coming off a 115-86 triumph at Charlotte; under is 7-2 in their last nine games following a straight up win of more than 10 points and 7-1 to the under in their last eight overall.

10* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NBA): MIKE'S TOP RATED SUNDAY NIGHT TOTAL

The Indiana Pacers won 106-98 at New York in their first game back from the All-Star break while the Toronto Raptors defeated Phoenix 118-101. Two relatively low-scoring affairs, and I think the same will hold true for this one. 

The Raptors own the fourth-best scoring defense in the league allowing just 106.5 ppg, and Indiana is also in the top 10 holding opponents to 107.4 ppg. 

Under is 30-12-1 in Pacers last 43 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600.

10* play on UNDER. 

TGIF COLLEGE BASKETBALL BOOKIE BLASTER TOTAL

The Buffalo Bulls are 7-0 to the under in their last seven games and limited Ball State to 59 points on 36 percent shooting from the field last time out. As for Kent State, it was held to 49 points in a 21 point loss at Eastern Michigan last time out and it has scored fewer than 54 points in three of its last four games while four of its last five have stayed under the total. 

Both teams are capable of putting up plenty of points on their day, but this total looks too high considering their recent struggles.

8* play on UNDER. 

OHIO STATE @ IOWA BIG TEN TOTAL BANKROLL BUILDER

The Ohio State Buckeyes are one of the best defensive teams in the nation, but their defense will truly be put to the test here against an Iowa Hawkeyes team that averages 78.2 ppg overall and 81.8 ppg home at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. 

Last time out, Iowa State played a low-scoring affair when it won 58-55 at Minnesota, but I expect to see more fireworks in front of the home town crowd. 

8* play on OVER. 

MONDAY NIGHT CBB BOOKIE BREAKER TOTAL *TOP PLAY*

The Kansas Jayhawks put an 81-70 beating on Oklahoma last time out, but I predict a much lower-scoring contest when they host the Iowa State Cyclones Monday night. 

The Jayhawks have a truly elite defense that ranks eighth in the nation for points allowed, and I think they'll clamp down on the defensive end in this one after a subpar defensive outing against the Sooners. Kansas is 6-2 to the under when the total is 140 to 149.5 points this season and 16-8 to the under overall. 

The first meeting of the season back in January wasn’t pretty for Iowa State as Kansas put a 79-53 beating on the Cyclones. Iowa State is coming off an 81-52 rout of Texas, but points will be much harder to come by in this one and I expect to see the final score stay under the posted total.   

10* on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NHL): MIKE'S TOP RATED WASHINGTON @ VEGAS TOTAL

The Washington Capitals are coming off a pair of low-scoring affairs, but they're stil 36-21 to the over on the season and I feel confident that goals will come fast and easy for both teams in this matchup.

The Vegas Golden Knights registered a 1-0 victory over the NY Islanders last time out but they're 7-2 to the over in their last nine home games. Over is 5-0 in the last five meetings.

10* play on OVER. 

SUNDAY NIGHT NHL TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER *TOP PLAY*

The Columbus Blue Jackets took a 3-1 loss to the NY Rangers Friday night. Four of their last five have gone under the total, and I predict a tight low-scoring affair when they visit the New Jersey Devils Sunday night.

The Devils took a 5-2 loss to Carolina last time out, but that was with Louis Domingue in net. Mackenzie Blackwood will be back in net for this one, and he's been red hot this month with two shutouts and just one goal allowed in three starts. As for Columbus, its netminder Elvis Merzlikins has held opponents to a total of six goals in his last five starts. 

Under is 7-1 in Devils last 8 Sunday games. Under is 5-1 in Blue Jackets last 6 Sunday games.

10* play on UNDER. 

COLLEGE BASKETBALL BOOKIE BLA$TER

I think the total for Sunday's matchup between the Duquesne Dukes and the Fordham Rams looks a little light. 

Note that Fordham has allowed 70+ points in two of its last three games while Duquesne has put up 70+ in three straight games (80+ in the last two). 

While the Rams are a low-scoring team and were held to fewer than 50 points in a 79-49 loss at Davidson last time out, note that they're 4-1-1 to the over in their last 6 games after scoring less than 50 points in their previous game. Duquesne took an 83-80 loss to St. Bonaventure last time out and Over is 7-2-1 in the Dukes last 10 games following a straight up loss. 

8* play on OVER. 

SUPER EARLY NCAAB TOTAL

We saw a total of just 118 points scored when these two teams clashed on Jan 14, a 66-52 Kansas win @ Oklahoma. The Jayhawks are top 10 for scoring defense in the nation and they limited West Virginia to 49 points last time out. 

Under is 9-3 in Sooners last 12 overall and 7-0 in their last 7 games as an underdog. Under is 9-2 in Jayhawks last 11 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600 and 10-3 in their last 13 games as a favorite.

8* play on Under. 

GAME OF THE MONTH (NHL): MIKE'S BEST TOTAL FOR FEBRUARY

The San Jose Sharks took a 6-2 loss to Calgary lats time out, and they've scored just 13 goals through their last five games, six of those in win over Edmonton. The Winnipeg Jets took a 4-1 home loss to the Rangers on Tuesday and are scoring just 2.73 gpg at home on the season. At the same time, they've played decent defense lately allowing only 2.4 gpg over their last five contests. The Sharks average 2.41 gpg on the road and under is 9-3 in Sharks last 12 road games and 12-5-1 in Jets last 18 games as a home favorite.

Last but not least, this will be the third meeting of the season with the first two going under the total, both Jets wins at San Jose (3-2 & 5-1). 

10* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NBA): MIKE'S TOP RATED MIDWEEK TOTAL

The Washington Wizards are one of the worst teams in the NBA on the defensive end, giving up 120.3 points per game on average. 

Last night they defeated Chicago 126-114, and I predict another high-scoring affair when they visit the NY Knicks Wednesday night. 

The Knicks have one of the worst offenses in the league, but even they should be able to put up points against a drained Wizards team that has seen 47 of its last 68 games when playing on no rest go over the total. 

You never have to worry about Washington putting points on the board (5th in the NBA) and note that the over is 17-5-1 in the Wizards last 23 games as a road underdog and 3-1 in Knicks games with a total of 227 points or higher on the season.

10* play on OVER.